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Super Epic Games Arrive at The Spartan Speaks
Super Epic Games Arrive at The Spartan Speaks
Guide to Spartan Send-Off Week 2026
Guide to Spartan Send-Off Week 2026
Wellness Expo Showcases Local Resources, Activities, and Community Partners
Wellness Expo Showcases Local Resources, Activities, and Community Partners
Chaos, Comedy, and a Séance: Blithe Spirit Arrives at Orono
Chaos, Comedy, and a Séance: Blithe Spirit Arrives at Orono
2026 Prom Theme Revealed — And It'll Shock You
2026 Prom Theme Revealed — And It’ll Shock You
Senior captain Owen Marks hits back at Eagan
Growing the Game: The Rise of Orono Boys Volleyball
A New Era on the Mat: Orono Wrestling Finishes Historic Season
A New Era on the Mat: Orono Wrestling Finishes Historic Season
Boys Nordic Ski Makes History: Spartans Race to Second at State
Boys Nordic Ski Makes History: Spartans Race to Second at State
#12 Brennan Doherty shoots for 3.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball vs. New Prague
The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots helmets are displayed with the Vince Lombardi Trophy before a press conference for NFL commissioner Roger Goodell at the San Jose Convention Center.
Super Bowl LX Showdown: Seahawks Stand Favored, Patriots Look to Upset
The Orono student section and the football team celebrate after winning the game.
Photo Gallery: Football State Final vs Kasson-Mantorville
The Spartans captured their first-ever state championship win on Friday, defeating Kasson-Mantorville in a thrilling 21-14 victory.
Spartans Make History, Claim First-Ever State Title in 21–14 Thriller Over Kasson-Mantorville
#13 Griffin Mauer makes sure his teammates are set.
Photo Gallery: Football State Semifinal vs Marshall
Orono punched its ticket to the state final game with a thrilling overtime win against Marshall on Thursday, November 11th.
Orono Advances to First-Ever State Final After Overtime Win Against Undefeated Marshall
Senior Lilah Rice spikes on New Prague during a match on Monday, October 13.
Serving up Spirit: Volleyball Ends Season With Heart
A New Era on the Mat: Orono Wrestling Finishes Historic Season
A New Era on the Mat: Orono Wrestling Finishes Historic Season
Boys Nordic Ski Makes History: Spartans Race to Second at State
Boys Nordic Ski Makes History: Spartans Race to Second at State
#12 Brennan Doherty shoots for 3.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball vs. New Prague
#33 Eveyn Miller goes for a layup.
Photo Gallery: Girls Basketball vs. Mahtomedi
Orono huddles before the second half.
Photo Gallery: Boys Hockey vs Little Falls
Senior captain Owen Marks hits back at Eagan
Growing the Game: The Rise of Orono Boys Volleyball
A storm rages above the trees.
Outdoor Sporting Events Cancelled Due to Severe Weather
Distance Track Team gearing up for a winter run.
Long-Distance Track Team Prepares For Upcoming Season
(From left to right) Sindri Bonner, Taylor Walsh, Alivia Uselding, and Ryanne Andreen pose after winning their 4x800 race.
Making a Stride Into the 2024 OHS Track and Field Season
Mens and Womens Lacrosse Look Ahead to an Exciting Season
Mens and Womens Lacrosse Look Ahead to an Exciting Season
Nov 2, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell greets quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) after throwing a touchdown pass in the first quarter at Ford Field.
Vikings Tame the Lions in Week 9 Dub
Chargers running back Kimani Vidal carries the ball during the first half of a 37-10 win over the Minnesota Vikings at SoFi Stadium on Thursday night. Vidal rushed for 117 yards and a touchdown.
Vikings Suffer Shocking Week 8 Loss Against the Chargers
Vikings quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz warming up
The Quarterback Dilemma: Who Will Bring The Vikings To A Playoff Berth?
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) tries to avoid a tackle from Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson (55) during the first half Sunday in Minneapolis.
Vikings Tumble to 3-3 in Loss Against the Eagles
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) celebrates after scoring the winning touchdown in the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in London, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025.
Vikings Pull Out Fourth Quarter Win in London
Classic alarm clock 20180513
Why Teen Biology and District Budgets Can’t Always Share the Same Agenda
The Orono Spartobot in action.
Spartobots Prepare for Regional After Strong Start to Season
Where OHS Students are Travelling: Spring Break 2026
Where OHS Students are Travelling: Spring Break 2026
Orono's newest counselor, Mr. Smith
Say Hello to Mr. Smith, the Newest Counselor at OHS
Where OHS Students are Traveling: Winter Break 2025
Where OHS Students are Traveling: Winter Break 2025
Jaafar Jackson, nephew and actor for Michael Jackson
Michael “Moonwalks” Past Box Office Records
Are honor chords really honoring everyone?
Are Honors Cords Really Honoring Everyone?
Opinion: Don't Put Clubs Out of Reach
Opinion: Don’t Put Clubs Out of Reach
OHS should weight Enriched English
Strengthening the Honors Pathway Through Weighted Enriched English
Vikings quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz warming up
The Quarterback Dilemma: Who Will Bring The Vikings To A Playoff Berth?
Jaafar Jackson, nephew and actor for Michael Jackson
Michael “Moonwalks” Past Box Office Records
Jeremy Allen White in "Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere."
A Different Kind of Thunder Road: Springsteen’s Story Comes Alive in Deliver Me From Nowhere
Tiegan Swanson gives his take on the new Apple AirPods Pro 3
Apple Redefines Active Noise Cancellation With AirPods Pro 3
A poster for 'A Minecraft Movie.'
Mining Gold or Striking Dirt? A Review of ‘A Minecraft Movie’
Vikings receiver Jordan Addison getting drafted in 2023 as the 23rd pick of the first round.
2025 NFL Draft: The Lifeline for a Vikings Dynasty?
Spartan Hour With Ethan Weiss: Episode #3 – Simon Forbes
Spartan Hour With Ethan Weiss: Episode #3 – Simon Forbes
April 2026 Word Search
April 2026 Word Search
Spring Break 2026 Crossword
Spring Break 2026 Crossword
Where OHS Students are Travelling: Spring Break 2026
Where OHS Students are Travelling: Spring Break 2026
March 2026 Jigsaw Puzzle
March 2026 Jigsaw Puzzle
#12 Brennan Doherty shoots for 3.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball vs. New Prague
Orono Students Stage Walkout in Protest of Recent Immigration Enforcement Operations
Orono Students Stage Walkout in Protest of Recent Immigration Enforcement Operations
Swinging With the Spartans: A Look at the Orono Jazz Band
Swinging With the Spartans: A Look at the Orono Jazz Band
#33 Eveyn Miller goes for a layup.
Photo Gallery: Girls Basketball vs. Mahtomedi
How the Grinch Stole Learning the Week Before Break
How the Grinch Stole Learning the Week Before Break
Whole Grain Long John or Orono O’s
For music lovers, this year is going to be filled with new music from your favorite artists.
Top Albums and Tours Being Released in 2023
Recent economic shifts in the US have stirred concerns.
Will The Economy Stall?
Look below to read a review of Hunter S. Thompson's Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.
Book Review: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
Take a look at Orono students' summer plans with this fun word cloud!
Students’ Summer Plans
End of Year 2026 Crossword
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Spring Break 2026 Crossword
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Winterfest 2026 Crossword
January 2026 Crossword
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March 2026 Jigsaw Puzzle
March 2026 Jigsaw Puzzle
February 2026 Jigsaw Puzzle
February 2026 Jigsaw Puzzle
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January 2026 Jigsaw Puzzle
November 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
November 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
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October 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
May 2026 Word Search
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